osmaterium (Meaning)
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osmaterium (n.)
One of a pair of scent organs which the larvae of certain butterflies emit from the first body segment, either above or below.
Synonyms & Antonyms of osmaterium
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osmaterium Sentence Examples
- The osmaterium, a unique sensory organ, is located prominently on the heads of swallowtail butterflies.
- Caterpillars use their osmaterium to emit a pungent odor to ward off predators when threatened.
- The osmaterium plays a crucial role in the host plant selection of Monarch butterflies.
- Some species of ants have osmeteria that release toxic chemicals as a defense mechanism.
- The osmaterium of beetles is responsible for detecting odors and identifying potential food sources.
- In certain wasps, the osmaterium helps in communication by releasing pheromones that attract mates.
- The osmaterium of cockroaches is involved in detecting chemicals in their food and environment.
- Scientists believe that the osmaterium of moths evolved as an adaptation to olfactory cues.
- The osmaterium of some beetles is used to identify and avoid toxic substances.
- The osmaterium in certain insects is used for courtship and mating rituals.
FAQs About the word osmaterium
One of a pair of scent organs which the larvae of certain butterflies emit from the first body segment, either above or below.
No synonyms found.
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The osmaterium, a unique sensory organ, is located prominently on the heads of swallowtail butterflies.
Caterpillars use their osmaterium to emit a pungent odor to ward off predators when threatened.
The osmaterium plays a crucial role in the host plant selection of Monarch butterflies.
Some species of ants have osmeteria that release toxic chemicals as a defense mechanism.
